1960 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 1982 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1982 Talbot Samba is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Aston Martin DB2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Aston Martin DB2 would be higher. At 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Aston Martin DB2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Aston Martin DB2 (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1982 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Aston Martin DB2 should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Aston Martin DB2 weights approximately 435 kg more than 1982 Talbot Samba. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1960 Aston Martin DB2 (241 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1960 Aston Martin DB2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Aston Martin DB2 | 1982 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Talbot |
| Model | DB2 | Samba |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2350 mm |
